Amaranta Gómez Regalado facts for kids
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Amaranta Gómez Regalado
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Regalado in 2020
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| Born | 1977 (age 47–48) Juchitán de Zaragoza, Istmo de Tehuantepec, Mexico
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| Alma mater | Universidad Veracruzana |
| Occupation | Anthropologist and human rights activist |
| Political party | México Posible |
Amaranta Gómez Regalado, born in 1977, is a Mexican Muxe social anthropologist and activist. A Muxe person is someone from the Zapotec culture in Mexico who identifies as a third gender, different from male or female. Amaranta is known for her work as a political candidate, a researcher, and someone who helps keep ancient native cultures alive. She also works to promote health and human rights.
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About Amaranta Gómez Regalado
Amaranta Gómez Regalado was born in 1977 in a Zapotec village near the border of Guatemala. When she was a teenager, she chose the name Amaranta after reading a famous book called One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez.
Early Life and Education
During her high school years, Amaranta studied languages and theater in Veracruz, Mexico. Later, she traveled through southern Mexico, performing in cultural shows.
In October 2002, Amaranta was in a car accident that caused her to lose her left arm.
She went on to study social anthropology at the Universidad Veracruzana from 2011 to 2016. Anthropology is the study of human societies and cultures. Her college project was about the Muxe community in her home region and their relationships.
Changing Official Documents
In 2015, Amaranta was able to change her gender identity on her birth certificate. This was a big step because it allowed her to update other official papers, like her passport. This change was possible because of new rules made by the government in Mexico City. These rules made it easier for people to legally change their gender identity on their birth certificates through a simple process.
Amaranta's Activism
When she was 25 years old, Amaranta became well-known internationally. She ran as a candidate for the México Posible party in the 2003 elections for the Federal Congress. She wanted to represent her community and bring attention to important social issues. Although she did not win a seat in Congress, her campaign helped raise awareness about the Muxe community and other topics.
Recognition and Legacy
Amaranta Gómez Regalado's work has been recognized in different ways. For example, a school in Santiago, Chile, is named after her. It is called the Escuela Amaranta Gómez Regalado. This shows how her efforts and advocacy have inspired others.
See also
In Spanish: Amaranta Gómez Regalado para niños
